I used to just have a 2 level shoe rack in the entry way.  The shoes would end up everywhere and the entry way would start looking unsightly and cluttered.  We wanted something that looked nice, covered, and not obviously a shoe rack. This was the perfect solution!  Plus, there is a drawer on top for us to put our keys and pet leash as we are running out of the door. 

Tip for women: if you have boots you want to put in the shoe closet, place them gently in as the edges of the shelves are surprisingly sharp and would cut and scuff your boot surface.  I learned that the hard way.  

Other than that, we love having the shoe closet in the entry way!  

Pros: easy to assemble, helps organize you shoes
Cons: sharp shelving edges that may scuff up boots